Nov 3, 2023 · Concrete blocks along Swanage seafront to protect against flooding were strewn across the road by the force of Storm Ciarán, while Studland beaches had about five years of coastal …

Sea Defences In the winter, the lower High Street and town square flood regularly. This occurs due to easterly storms and high tides. In recent years temporary sea defences have been installed, with …

1. Swanage Town Coastal Protection Scheme Our town centre is vulnerable to flooding during storm events and high tides, particularly when combined with easterly winds. Waves frequently overtop the …

Sep 10, 2002 · FLOODING brought chaos to Swanage yesterday following 24 hours of torrential rain. Flood water averaging eight inches in depth flooded a number of homes, shops and businesses in …

Nov 7, 2023 · The grey blocks were displaced by huge waves along Swanage seafront in Dorset during Storm Ciarán last Thursday. Barriers at Monkey Beach were flipped over and dragged along the road …

In storm events or high tide and easterly winds, the town centre’s current defences suffer from waves overtopping the sea wall. This is an ongoing issue and has diverse implications for Swanage, …

Nov 29, 2025 · View current flood warnings and alerts for the Swanage, Dorset area, and the regional flood forecast for the next 5 days. Also check local river, sea, groundwater and rainfall levels.

Dec 21, 2023 · Concrete blocks on Swanage seafront have been reconfigured after taking a battering during recent storms, the town council said.

Oct 29, 2024 · Eye-catching artwork to make grey flood barrier blocks more obvious for the visually impaired and to give a splash of colour to Swanage’s seafront in Dorset, is back for a second year. …

Why are flood defences needed in Swanage? In storm events or high tide and easterly winds, the current sea wall in Swanage suffers from overtopping. Overtopping is where waves are driven over …